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Framed Print : English Electric Company EPW033956
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English Electric Company EPW033956
The English Electric Co Works, Coventry. During the Second World War this area suffered badly from bombing. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd in July 1930
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Media ID 14054808
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating English Electric Company EPW033956 Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Historic England Archive. This vintage photograph showcases the English Electric Co Works in Coventry as it looked before the Second World War. Captured by Aerofilms Ltd in July 1930, this black-and-white image is a stunning reminder of industrial history. Our high-quality framed print brings history into your home, with its elegant frame enhancing the intriguing details of the photograph. Preserve a piece of British heritage with this unique and thoughtful addition to your décor.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, captured by Aerofilms Ltd in July 1930, takes us back to a significant era in history. The image showcases the English Electric Company Works located in Coventry, an industrial hub that played a crucial role during the Second World War. As we gaze upon this aerial view, it becomes evident that this area would later suffer greatly from devastating bombing raids. The photograph offers a glimpse into the heart of industry at its peak. Vast buildings sprawl across the landscape, revealing the magnitude of production within these factory walls. Smoke billows from towering chimneys as evidence of ceaseless activity and progress. It is here that skilled workers dedicated themselves to manufacturing essential machinery and equipment vital for wartime efforts. Yet beyond its historical significance lies an eerie sense of vulnerability lurking beneath the surface. Knowing what fate awaits this very location just over a decade later adds depth to our appreciation for this snapshot frozen in time. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection, this print serves as a poignant reminder of both resilience and loss experienced during times of conflict. It allows us to reflect on how communities rebuild after devastation strikes their doorstep while honoring those who worked tirelessly behind these factory walls to protect their nation's future.
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